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Orlando Theme Park News — Carousel of Progress Closes, Level99 Opens, 4th of July at Disney World & Epic Universe Fireworks | Week of 28 June 2026 This week on the Orlando Insider podcast we've got four big stories from Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando — a Disney institution closes its doors for the biggest transformation in its history, a brilliant new entertainment venue opens at Disn...

Orlando Theme Park News — Christmas Party Dates, Captain Jack Sparrow, Fast & Furious Coaster & Horror Nights Update | Week of 21 June 2026 This week on the Orlando Insider podcast we've got four stories from Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando — two big forward-planning announcements for anyone thinking about a Halloween or Christmas trip, a major construction update on one of Univers...

Orlando Insider Theme Park News — Stranger Things at Horror Nights, Cinderella Castle Makeover Complete, BoardWalk's New Bar & Level99 Opens at Disney Springs | Week of 16 June 2026 This week on the Orlando Insider podcast we've got four brilliant stories from Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando — a huge Halloween Horror Nights announcement, a iconic castle looking better than it has in de...

Orlando Theme Park News — Epic Universe Fireworks, Universal's Lost Continent Gone & Toy Story 5 at Hollywood Studios | Week of 8 June 2026 This week on the Orlando Insider podcast we're covering three big stories from Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando — including a brand new nightly spectacular at Epic Universe, the final demolition of one of Islands of Adventure's most beloved original...

Orlando Theme Park News — Monsters Inc., MagicBands, Halloween Horror Nights & Universal's New Kids Park | 8th June 2026 This week on the Orlando Insider podcast we're covering four big stories from Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando — from a major new land reveal at Hollywood Studios to signs that a Disney icon could be disappearing for good. 🦎 Monstropolis is Coming to Hollywood Studio...

This week’s Orlando theme park news includes a huge Fast & Furious coaster update at Universal Orlando, new summer entertainment announcements, fresh progress on the Monsters Inc. land at Hollywood Studios, and Disney opening what feels like half the resort before the end of May. We’re talking: New Fast & Furious coaster track now visible inside Universal Studios Florida Universal’s Mega M...

This week on the Orlando Insider podcast, we're covering four huge stories from Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort — and if you've got a trip planned to Orlando, this is essential listening. 🎢 Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is BACK After 16 months of refurbishment, one of Magic Kingdom's most iconic rides has finally reopened at Walt Disney World. We'll tell you what's new, what's chan...

Get your 2027 trip sorted the right way! 🏰 This week on the Orlando Insider news , we’re covering the launch of Universal Express Now —the brand-new single-ride skip option designed to help you dodge those three-hour standbys at Epic Universe ⏱️🚀. We’re also getting stuck into: Mando & Grogu – The Falcon is finally worth a look again with a brand-new mission that puts the Engineer in charge...

This week’s Orlando theme park news covers three big updates from Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando that could shape your next trip. We break down the new Disney Dining Plan for 2027 , including the return of free dining on selected dates — and whether two table-service meals a day is a dream… or slightly ambitious. We also look at the new Universal Express Pass option , giving you more flex...

This week, the Spring Break crowds have finally cleared out, and we’re heading straight into the "Sweet Spot." In this update, we’re breaking down why the $449 price tags have vanished, replaced by $25 Lightning Lanes and much more breathing room in the parks. We’re also heading over to Tomorrowland to check out the long-awaited reopening of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin and taking a look at...

It’s the end of March and things aren't slowing down in Orlando. In this week’s update, we’re looking at why one of Disney’s most popular value resorts has finally binned the old carpets for a proper modern facelift. We’re also heading out to sea to talk about the 9th ship joining the Disney fleet—the Disney Believe —and why it’s a massive win for Marvel and Star Wars fans. Universal’s also got so...

It’s the end of March and things aren't slowing down in Orlando. In this week’s update, we’re looking at why one of Disney’s most popular value resorts has finally binned the old carpets for a proper modern facelift. We’re also heading out to sea to talk about the 9th ship joining the Disney fleet—the Disney Believe —and why it’s a massive win for Marvel and Star Wars fans. Universal’s also got so...

It’s the end of March and things aren't slowing down in Orlando. In this week’s update, we’re looking at why one of Disney’s most popular value resorts has finally binned the old carpets for a proper modern facelift. We’re also heading out to sea to talk about the 9th ship joining the Disney fleet—the Disney Believe —and why it’s a massive win for Marvel and Star Wars fans. Universal’s also got so...

It’s the end of March and things aren't slowing down in Orlando. In this week’s update, we’re looking at why one of Disney’s most popular value resorts has finally binned the old carpets for a proper modern facelift. We’re also heading out to sea to talk about the 9th ship joining the Disney fleet—the Disney Believe —and why it’s a massive win for Marvel and Star Wars fans. Universal’s also got so...

It’s the end of March and things aren't slowing down in Orlando. In this week’s update, we’re looking at why one of Disney’s most popular value resorts has finally binned the old carpets for a proper modern facelift. We’re also heading out to sea to talk about the 9th ship joining the Disney fleet—the Disney Believe —and why it’s a massive win for Marvel and Star Wars fans. Universal’s also got so...

Orlando’s officially entered the Spring Break "Danger Zone." In this week’s update, we’re breaking down the massive crowd surges hitting the parks as the "Southern Wave" pushes standby lines for the big hitters past the two-hour mark. We look at the eye-watering $449 price tags for top-tier Disney passes and give you the mechanical reality of how to actually get things done when the parks hit capa...

The Aerosmith era’s officially over at Hollywood Studios. In this week’s update, we’re breaking down the final day of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster and what the immediate closure means for Sunset Boulevard as the Muppets and the Electric Mayhem move in. We also head over to Disney Springs for the opening day of the CrazyShake by Black Tap pop-up—we’re looking at that massive £19 Mickey Mouse shake and w...

It’s a massive week for ride upgrades and new arrivals in Orlando. In this episode of the Orlando Weekly update, we’re breaking down the accelerated construction at Universal Studios Florida, where the first footers for the massive 170-foot vertical spike on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift have just been poured right over the CityWalk lagoon. Over at Disney's Animal Kingdom, Rafiki's Planet Wa...

Orlando’s landscape is shifting fast this week, with massive updates from Universal, Disney, and SeaWorld. In this episode of the Orlando Weekly update, we’re breaking down the game-changing news that Universal has selected Elon Musk’s The Boring Company to build an underground transit system. We discuss how these Tesla-powered tunnels will finally bypass the International Drive traffic to link th...

It’s a massive week of change in Orlando as we say a final goodbye to a DinoLand staple and count down the days until the Aerosmith era ends at Hollywood Studios. In this episode of the Orlando Weekly update, we’re breaking down the permanent closure of DINOSAUR at Animal Kingdom and the fact that Disney have already wiped the entire land from the My Disney Experience app map. We also look at the...

Universal’s finally confirmed Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift , and it’s a brand-new ride being built from scratch, not some lazy refresh. We’re also diving into Disney’s sudden reversal on their Disability Access Service (DAS) rules after a bit of shareholder pressure. Plus, the Magic Kingdom is losing its marquee, and Florida is currently colder than a fridge. In this week’s update: Hollywoo...

Universal’s finally confirmed Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift , and it’s a brand-new ride being built from scratch, not some lazy refresh. We’re also diving into Disney’s sudden reversal on their Disability Access Service (DAS) rules after a bit of shareholder pressure. Plus, the Magic Kingdom is losing its marquee, and Florida is currently colder than a fridge. In this week’s update: Hollywoo...

Universal’s finally confirmed Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift , and it’s a brand-new ride being built from scratch, not some lazy refresh. We’re also diving into Disney’s sudden reversal on their Disability Access Service (DAS) rules after a bit of shareholder pressure. Plus, the Magic Kingdom is losing its marquee, and Florida is currently colder than a fridge. In this week’s update: Hollywoo...

Welcome back to your weekly briefing from Orlando Insider . It is the 19th of January, 2026, and the holiday season is officially over. We are now firmly into the "Refurbishment Rush," and there is plenty to talk about across Disney and Universal this week. In this week’s update: EPCOT Festival of the Arts: The festival is in full swing! We look at the Disney on Broadway concerts and the hunt for...

Welcome to your first weekly briefing of 2026! Things are moving fast in Central Florida this week as the holiday decorations come down and "Refurbishment Season" kicks into high gear. Every week, we bring you the four most interesting stories from Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando to help you stay ahead of the curve. This week’s highlights: Epic Universe Park-Hopping: Multi-day tickets now...